WHAT'S NEW?
Posted: 04/16/2010
Lane Closures at the I-580/
SR 431 Inter-change (Mt. Rose Inter-change)
Construction of the Mt. Rose Bridge widening continues with the placement of falsework over the Mt. Rose Highway (SR 431) to support the construction of the bridge deck widening, requiring lane closures in ...READ MORE
Posted: 02/10/2010
Winter Storms Slow Work on
I-580 Freeway Extension
The recent winter storms and freezing temperatures that passed through the region during the 2009 holiday season left behind snowy and icy conditions that temporarily halted much of the work on the I-580 Freeway Extension ...READ MORE
Posted: 02/10/2010
Mt. Rose Interchange to Include Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements
Maintaining recreational access was an important feature in the design of the new I-580 freeway. Maintaining trail access, providing safe crossings, and allowing for future recreational development were all considered during the design process...READ MORE
Posted: 12/14/2009
Northbound Arch at Galena Creek Bridge Completed
Construction at the Galena Creek Bridge continues to move forward with the completion of the northbound arch. Arch falsework (temporary steel and wooden structure erected to support the construction) has been removed and the construction of falsework for the northbound bridge deck has begun
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Posted: 12/14/2009
Motorist Safety Reminder- Take it Slow in Ice and Snow
Winter has arrived in northern Nevada, and with it comes increased holiday and ski resort traffic and unpredictable weather conditions. NDOT would like to take the opportunity to remind motorists of some things you can do to make it to your destination safely.
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Posted: 12/14/2009
I-580 Freeway Extension to Include Anti-Icing System
As part of the I-580 Freeway Extension Project, NDOT will be installing an anti-icing system to minimize icing during severe weather conditions on the Galena Creek, Browns Creek, Steamboat Hills, and Galena Forest bridges.
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Posted: 10/23/2009
The Nevada Department of Transportation has decided to not accept a proposal to construct a concrete roadway surface throughout the length of the I-580 Freeway extension south of Reno.... READ MORE
Posted: 08/25/2009
NDOT Hosts Public Information Meeting Regarding Proposed Changes to the I-580 Freeway Extension Project
On August 18, 2009, NDOT hosted a public information meeting to present a proposal received from project contractor, Fisher Sand & Gravel, regarding a potential change to the new freeway's roadway surface.. .... READ MORE
Posted: 07/30/2009
NDOT to Host Public Meeting on August 18, 2009 Regarding Proposed Changes
The Nevada Department of Transportation, in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration, is conducting a public information meeting to discuss proposed pavement type modifications to the I 580 Freeway Extension project. .... READ MORE
Posted: 07/30/2009
Temporary Ramp Closure at Mount Rose Interchange
From May 18th through July 3rd, the northbound Mt. Rose/U.S. 395 loop ramp was closed for .... READ MORE
Posted: 07/30/2009
Nearing 50% Complete
The new freeway extension is nearly 50% complete and crews are striving to meet .... READ MORE
Posted: 07/30/2009
Summer 2009 newsletter
Available in PDF format Click to open...
Posted: 05/22/2009
Ramp Closure at Mt Rose Interchange: May 18 - July 3
The northbound Mt. Rose/US 395 loop ramp is scheduled for closure May 18th through July 3rd .... READ MORE
Galena Creek Bridge Northbound Arch Takes Shape
Crews are in the process of erecting falsework to support the construction of the northbound arch at the Galena Creek Bridge
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Posted: 04/22/2009
Temporary Ramp Closure at Mt.
Rose Interchange Rescheduled
The temporary closure of the northbound US 395 loop ramp at the Mt. Rose Interchange has been rescheduled to occur in mid-May.
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Motorist Safety Reminder
Spring has arrived in Northern Nevada, and with it comes unpredictable weather, increased tourist traffic, and the start of the construction season
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Posted: 03/13/2009
Ramp Closure at Mt. Rose Interchange
The northbound loop ramp at the Mt. Rose Interchange is scheduled to be closed during the first week of April
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Galena Creek Bridge Weather Station Data Now Available on I-580 Website!
Galena Creek Bridge weather station data is now available on the I-580 Freeway Extension webcam page, allowing visitors to.... READ MORE
Posted: 02/18/2009
WINTER 2009 NEWSLETTER
The I-580 Freeway Extension Project's latest newsletter is out and you can get it here...
Posted: 01/26/2009
Blast of Wintry Weather Slows Work on I-580 Freeway Extension
The recent storms that hit the region around the Christmas holiday left behind snowy and icy conditions. These storms created safety concerns .... READ MORE
Posted: 12/16/2008
Safety First!
The safety of construction crews and motorists is NDOT's top priority. Motorist's are strongly encouraged to remain alert and watch for construction equipment and crews moving on and off of the site via the primary access points located at .... READ MORE
Posted: 12/16/2008
Work Continues
at the Bowers Mansion Interchange
In addition to significant grading operations at the Bowers Mansion Interchange, crews have placed fill at the abutments for the Bowers Mansion Road Bridge and completed construction of
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Posted: 12/16/2008
Galena Creek Bridge:
outbound Arch Nears Completion
Concrete pours at the Southbound Arch of the Galena Creek Bridge continue and are near completion. Once the concrete pours are complete and have set, the wood and steel falsework supporting the arch construction will be
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Posted: 09/17/2008
MOTORIST SAFETY KEY FOCUS ON
I-580 FREEWAY EXTENSION
With all of the attention given to the sheer scale of the I-580 Freeway Extension Project, from its impressive bridges to the vast amounts of earthwork, it is easy to forget the extraordinary amount of planning that goes into a project of this magnitude to ensure that the end product results in a safe transportation corridor
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Posted: 08/09/2008
Southbound Arch at Galena Creek Bridge Begins to Take Shape
The falsework for the southbound arch of the Galena Creek Bridge is under construction and visible from US 395
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Posted: 06/09/2008
I-580 Public Tours Restricted
NDOT has announced it will restrict public tours for the I-580 Freeway Extension Project. The project tours were well received and typically booked months in advance during the tour season. .... READ MORE
I-580 Project spring newsletter available online
Get it here.
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